Slip and Fall Lawyer | Lawsuit

If you have suffered an injury from a slip and fall accident, you may be able to get a cash settlement for your medical bills, lost income and pain and suffering, among other losses. Our experienced slip and fall lawyers charge no fee unless you receive a settlement or award. Please contact us toll free 24/7 or online for a free (no obligation) case evaluation.

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Do You Have a Slip and Fall Case?

If you suffered an injury after a slip and fall that would have been prevented if the property owner took precautions to make the area safe, then you may have a slip and fall case. These types of cases can often be difficult to prove because there are so many factors that come into play. Read more.

What Is a Slip and Fall Case Worth?

If our firm is successful in proving your slip and fall case, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost income and pain and suffering, among other losses. Read more.

What Are Our Firm’s Best Slip and Fall Settlements?

Our firm has helped obtain many good settlements for clients injured in slip and fall accidents in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. We maintained joint responsibility with another law firm, and settled case for $850,000 after the man was injured when a flight of stairs collapsed underneath him. Click here to see our best slip and fall settlements.

What Is The Legal Fee?

Our firm charges 1/3 of your settlement or award as a fee, which is standard for lawyers who handle slip and fall cases. We also front the costs for medical reports, investigation, etc. We do not charge a legal fee unless you win your case.

What Causes Most Common Slip and Fall Accidents?

There are many possible ways for a slip and fall to occur. Some of the most common occur in grocery stores, where carriages can drag slippery fruit around the store creating hazards, or where freezers can leak water out into the aisles. Other causes could be from ice and snow, ripped and torn carpeting, or missing handrails on stairways. Read more.

What Should You Do Immediately After a Slip and Fall Injury?

After you have been injured in a slip and fall, there are several very important steps to take to ensure that you are able to receive the compensation that you deserve. Firstly, you should always make sure that you receive proper medical attention. If the slip and fall is very serious, you should consider calling an ambulance to take you to the hospital. Read more.

Did You Slip and Fall at Someone’s Home?

Homeowner’s and renters are required to make sure that their properties are safe for everyone who is legally allowed to be there. Although there is sometimes a stigma that prevents injured people from seeking legal recourse against someone they know, it is often the only way to ensure that you are fully compensated. Property owners usually have insurance coverage that can pay you for your injuries. Read more.

Did You Slip and Fall at a Store?

The most common forms of slip and fall accidents occur at grocery stores, restaurants, and department stores. These commercial property owners have to live up to an even higher standard of safety than homeowners since they invite people onto their property in order to make money. They carry insurance to help pay these claims, but they will fight strongly to avoid paying them. Read more.

What If You Slip and Fall at a Government Property?

The government is usually given more protection against slip and fall claims than businesses or homeowners, but that does not mean that they do not have an obligation to keep their properties safe. If you slipped and fell at a government property, you may still be able to seek compensation for your injuries. Read more.

Can You Get a Slip and Fall Settlement at Work?

Most slip and falls that occur at work will be covered by workers’ compensation. However, you may also be able to file a third party claim if your injury was caused by someone else, such as a sub-contractor. Read more.

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